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Cook / Senior Catering Assistant - Term Time Only

Location:

Huddersfield

Hours:

37 hours per week
Working Pattern:
Term time only - 38 weeks per year

Contract:

Permanent
Hourly Rate: £12.50 - £13.50 per hour (approx. £24,850 FTE, pro rata)

We're Hiring - Join a College Catering Team in Huddersfield

We are looking for an experienced Cook / Senior Catering Assistant to join a busy and welcoming college catering team in Huddersfield. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled cook or catering professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen environment while supporting young people and staff.
Working closely with the Catering Supervisor, you will take a lead role in the kitchen, helping to deliver a high-quality, varied, and nutritious food offering that meets a wide range of dietary requirements and provides excellent value for money.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, present, and serve hot and cold food to a high standard

Support menu delivery, ensuring sufficient quantity, variety, and quality

Accept deliveries, place orders, and manage stock via central catering stores

Maintain clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen and refectory areas

Ensure compliance with food hygiene, Health & Safety, and college policies

Operate tills and handle payments in line with procedures

Provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors

Work collaboratively as part of a catering team and support junior staff

Skills & Experience Required

Proven experience as a Cook, Senior Catering Assistant, or Kitchen Assistant

Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen and front-of-house catering role

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (essential)

Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks

Confident communication skills and a friendly, professional approach

Ability to engage positively with young people and colleagues

Desirable

Experience in education, school, or college catering

Experience supporting or leading a small catering team

Enhanced DBS check (required for working in an educational environment)

What's on Offer

Competitive hourly pay (£12.50 - £13.50 per hour)

Term-time only working, supporting work-life balance

Ongoing training, mentoring, and development opportunities

Financial support for qualifications and skills development

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail and leisure discounts

Reduced public transport travel costs

Access to college pension scheme

Safeguarding Commitment

This role involves working in an educational environment. The successful candidate must be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Cook or Catering Assistant looking for a stable, term-time role in Huddersfield with excellent benefits and development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and be part of a team that values kindness, teamwork, and excellence